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Donald Trump remakes American diplomacy in Florida’s image
New Hampshire Union Leader
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July 16, 2025
From Panama to Singapore, President Donald Trump is deploying an unprecedented number of Floridians to represent the United States as he transforms the country’s approach to diplomacy. One out of every three nominees to ambassador-level positions...
No Airports, No Problem: 5 Countries That Still Attract Tourists In Huge Numbers
News18
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May 20, 2025
Last Updated:May 20, 2025, 14:45 IST These five countries in the world attract a large number of visitors each year, even though they do not have any airports. Read more about them here. Travellers typically access these countries via nearby...
Italy sorts vast piles of post for popular Pope Leo
KNDU - Washington State
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July 16, 2025
Leo XIV has not long been pope, yet the American head of the Catholic Church already receives 100 kilogrammes of letters a day, faithfully sorted by the Italian post office. Missives from around the world, addressed to "His Holiness" in flowing...
Starmer 'about to sign a bad deal' at EU Brexit 'Surrender Summit' - as minister hints agreement will cut passport queues for holidaymakers
Daily Mail
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May 18, 2025
Sir Keir Starmer was today accused of handing the EU 'exactly what it wants' as he prepares to sign a new post-Brexit deal aligning Britain more closely with Brussels. Critics warned that the proposed reset to be signed at a 'Surrender Summit' in...
When does the Etias scheme start for UK travellers? Everything you need to know
The Times
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The launch of the EU’s European Travel Information and Authorisation System (Etias) has been postponed until the final quarter of 2026, with the exact date still to be announced. The long delayed visa waiver system is designed to work in...
Andorra la Vella: Christmas in the Pyrenees
SUR in English
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December 2, 2024
Monday, 2 December 2024, 10:55 Set amidst the Pyrenean mountains, Andorra la Vella is a city defined by its dramatic mountain backdrop and distinctive Catalan heritage. As Europe's highest capital (at an elevation of 1,023 metres), it is...
Spain weather warning issued to UK tourists over possible snow
Birmingham Live
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May 9, 2025
UK tourists in Spain have been warned to expect possible rain, hail and snow after a weather warning was issued for over the upcoming weekend. A Status Orange storm warning has been put in place for areas of the country, with hail and...
We formed a great team, said Carlos Verona, professional cyclist for Lidl-Trek and promoter of the Andorra MoraBanc Clàssica
All Andorra
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May 8, 2025
On Tuesday, 6 May, Andorra hosted the presentation of its first professional cycling race, the Andorra MoraBanc Clàssica. The race is scheduled to take place on 22 June, just 13 days before the start of the Tour de France. The race in Andorra will...
Foreign Office issues message to anyone travelling to Portugal
Liverpool Echo
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May 3, 2025
TravelSophie Buchan Money and Lifestyle Writer 22:43, 03 May 2025 If you, or someone you know, is set to travel to Portugal soon, there are a few things you need to know - specifically three colours of flags you need to keep an eye out for. On...
I Was Stranded on a Train During Spain’s Massive Blackout—Here Are 4 Travel Lessons I Learned
AFAR
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May 5, 2025
I didn’t think much about it when our train rolled to a stop, but when a voice came over the loudspeaker, I—and the other 439 passengers on the high-speed train from Madrid to Barcelona—would learn what the rest of the country already knew. “There...
Foreign Office warns millions of UK tourists visiting Portugal and says 'but'
Birmingham Live
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May 3, 2025
The Foreign Office has issued a warning for MILLIONS of UK tourists visiting Portugal this summer. The FCDO has issued an update to British holidaymakers heading out to the European Union destination after the power outages earlier this week. The...
National Sports Villa Park confirmed to host England’s World Cup qualifier against Andorra Wembley is unavailable as Coldplay are scheduled to play a series of concerts. 40 minutes ago RSS, Syndicated Content
Meath Chronicle
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By Jonathan Veal, PA Villa Park will host England’s World Cup qualifier with Andorra in September as Thomas Tuchel’s side stay on the road. With Wembley hosting Coldplay for a series of concerts, Tuchel’s men will travel to Birmingham for their...
Villa Park confirmed to host England’s World Cup qualifier against Andorra
Express & Star
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May 2, 2025
Villa Park will host England’s World Cup qualifier with Andorra in September as Thomas Tuchel’s side stay on the road. With Wembley hosting Coldplay for a series of concerts, Tuchel’s men will travel to Birmingham for their fixture against the...
Spain and Portugal power cut advice issued to UK tourists with flights cancelled
Birmingham Live
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May 1, 2025
On Monday, (April 28), Spain, Portugal, Andorra and parts of France were plunged into darkness when there was an electricity failure across the region, and consumer insight specialists at Which? have issued some important advice to those affected....
Foreign Office travel advice update for Spain and Portugal in full after widespread power outage
Liverpool Echo
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April 29, 2025
TravelSophie Buchan Money and Lifestyle Writer 11:58, 29 Apr 2025 British holidaymakers are being alerted to updated travel guidance for Spain and Portugal after a large power outage on Monday caused chaos, leaving millions inconvenienced. The...
UK tourists issued advice by travel expert over power cut incidents in future
Birmingham Live
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May 1, 2025
UK tourists have been issued advice on the best course of action to take if a power cut was to occur while on holiday in the future. Which?'s instructions outline what to do if your hotel loses power, cash is not accessible, internet is lost while...
Mayor's Aston Villa 'pleasant experience' pledge as fans demand travel improvements
Birmingham Live
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May 3, 2025
Transport bosses continue to work with Aston Villa on helping to give supporters a 'more pleasant experience' when attending games. Last week, the club announced a major expansion plan for Villa Park's North Stand which will see the stadium's...
I’ve been going on walking holidays for 20 years. These are Europe’s best
The Times
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When I was 14 I borrowed a basic rucksack from my biology teacher and hostelled through the Peak District National Park with a pal. My peers thought the idea ludicrous — walking in the 1980s involved cagoules and mint cake. Not cool at all....
Foreign Office warning for holidaymakers to Spain and Portugal after power outage
Daily Record & Sunday Mail
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April 29, 2025
The extensive blackouts in Spain and Portugal impacted more than 50 million people on Monday, April 28. The Foreign Office has issued a fresh warning to holidaymakers who have plans to travel to Europe following yesterday's major power outage on...
Foreign Office warns Brits there ‘may be travel disruption’ to these two European countries
Wales Online
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April 29, 2025
15:24, 29 Apr 2025Updated 15:27, 29 Apr 2025 The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office is urging people to plan ahead if they are due to visit Spain and Portugal, as power outages which affected Andorra, mainland Spain and mainland Portugal...